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NJ Transit riders' irritation grows with summer of delays, canceled trains
New Jersey residents, lawmakers and straphangers are throwing the proverbial spaghetti at the wall to see what will stick to improve their terrible, horrible, no good, very bad commutes this summer on NJ Transit trains. Lawmakers from both parties have made myriad demands, including calls for an audit, special hearings and a pause...
Starting NJ’s School Year In August: Good Or Bad Idea?
Are you ready for the kids to go back to school yet?. Most of the New Jersey school districts don't return to the classroom until after Labor Day. Since it's required by the state for the school year to consist of at least 180 days, if the Garden State did decide to start school in mid-August, that would translate to an earlier start to summer break at the end of the school year. Sources claim it could potentially be a good thing because it would allow for high school students to focus on applying to colleges sooner.
This week will have New Jersey’s worst night of sleep, study says
You don’t need me to tell you it’s been quite a hot summer, but did you know that the heat could be leading to having a restless night?. Wanting to avoid the high energy cost of blasting air conditioning has resulted in many New Jerseyans not getting their desired amount of sleep.
Several parent groups in NJ labeled as conspiracy extremists
🔺 Nonprofit organization maps out ‘hate and extremism’ each year. 🔺 Map criticized by some on ‘right’ and ‘left’ for different reasons. Several parents groups in New Jersey were dubbed “anti-government” by a nonprofit legal advocacy organization in its “year in hate and extremism” annual report.
Urgent Warning if You Buy Deli Meat in NJ
The Centers for Disease Control has issued a warning to people who buy sliced deli meat. They are investigating reports that two people died and at least 28 others have become seriously ill after consuming deli meat that was sliced at deli counters. Those affected reportedly contracted Listeria after consuming...
13 people injured, including 2 firefighters, in apartment building fire in Sunset Park
More than a dozen people, including two firefighters, were injured in an apartment building fire in Sunset Park, Brooklyn on Tuesday, according to officials.Firefighters responded to 881 Fifth Ave. between 38th and 39th streets just after 8:30 p.m. for a report of a fire.FDNY officials say heavy fire was found on the second floor of the four-story building.They say 13 people, including two firefighters and 11 civilians, suffered non-life-threatening injuries.The fire was placed under control just after 9:20 p.m.There's no word yet on the cause of the fire.* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* Follow us on YouTube* More local news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts Submit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
NYPD Seeks Public Help to Identify Suspects in Series of Robberies Across Multiple Precincts
NEW YORK, NY – The New York City Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying suspects involved in a series of robberies impacting three precincts. The incidents, which…
Advocating for the closure of Rikers Island and criminal justice reform
The news was huge for Jonathan Monsalve, president and CEO of Osborne Association, a nonprofit advocating for the closing of Rikers Island, decriminalization and decarceration. Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Monday that $108 million would be allocated to transform the former Bayview Correctional Facility along Manhattan’s west side near Chelsea into 124 affordable housing units and a community hub. The project, entitled “Liberty Landing,” partners Osborne with Camber Property Group to house formerly incarcerated individuals.
Some New Yorkers with SNAP benefits can purchase hot meals
NEW YORK -- Some New Yorkers who get Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits may now be able to purchase hot meals.City lawmakers say they are hoping more restaurants will participate as they look to expand options for residents. Here's who is eligibleThe Restaurant Meals Program is only available to certain SNAP households. It includes individuals ages 60 or older, those with disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness.State Sen. Roxanne Persaud, who represents District 19 in Brooklyn, sponsored the legislation and said she hopes to expand the program quickly to give New Yorkers who qualify more options."My dream is that every...
‘Uncovering your best self’: The application process for future FDNY firefighters
NEW YORK (PIX11) — The deadline to become a firefighter with the FDNY is approaching. The filing period for the firefighter exam is open for applicants ready to start their careers with the nation’s largest fire department and will close on Aug. 9. “Take the first step in uncovering your best self,” read the website […]
Architect Shares More Information About Town Hall Renovation with Township Committee
MILLBURN, NJ – Architect Eli Goldstein of The Goldstein Partnership provided a second presentation to the township committee about proposed renovations to town hall. He had spoken about renovating versus rebuilding the town hall in May. Additional information is on the township website. Goldstein explained, “In order to understand the existing building, one of the firms that's part of our team used a very sophisticated laser scanner and scanned the entire inside and outside the existing building to develop as built drawings, since there weren't any in the town's files.” He reported that an expert in historic...
New York’s first-ever Bartender Week will debut this November
There are over 2,000 bars in NYC that fuel the city’s nightlife. And drinking—whether that be alcoholic beverages or not— is a universal language that brings people from all walks of life together. Hanna Lee Communications (HLC), an award-winning multimedia PR and marketing agency, wants to honor that in the first-ever “New York Bartender Week.”
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